As the former chief creative officer for Bai and Crook & Marker, marketing creative Chad Portas has had a longstanding working relationship with entrepreneur Ben Weiss, who founded both brands. Now, the duo are partnering once again to launch Substratum, a New Jersey-based advertising agency and venture capital platform.
Samson & Surrey announces that Elayne Duff will join the company as Director of Brand Advocacy.
G’Vine, gin de France, the only gin in the world made from grapes and vine flower, has launched a limited edition recipe and bottle in celebration of the third year of partnership between the ultra-premium gin and their Spanish ambassador, international actor Jaime Lorente.
Vita Coco is shaking up summer in the Hamptons by offering beachgoers craft coconut water cocktails at several favorite hot spots including The Surf Lodge, Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa, Southampton Social Club and TT’s Montauk.
Leading plant based spirit company, Chareau, started 2023 tremendously strong, with notable company updates across the organization - from the company's 10th anniversary milestone to recent wins across retail and chain partnership to new packaging design updates and more…
E. & J. Gallo is continuing its acquisition streak with Bev, a Los Angeles-based canned wine and spritz brand. The transaction comes two years after the spirits and wine group secured exclusive U.S. distribution rights to Bev’s portfolio.
England’s own Kentucky Bourbon, Never Say Die has expanded its collection with a new Small-Batch Bourbon (RRP £59.95, 70cl, 47.5% ABV).
In celebration of one of the largest events in the whisky world, Fèis Ìle, Scotch whisky brand Bunnahabhain has announced its limited edition single malt whisky, Fèis Ìle 2023: Canasta Cask Matured, will be released in the United States beginning early June.
With Father’s Day fast approaching, Blue Run Spirits announces Blue Run Double Oak Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, the company’s first whiskey finished in new, charred oak barrels.
Award-winning whisky brand, Crown Royal, has introduced a multi-pronged, bold new partnership with multidisciplinary artist, Solange Knowles for Saint Heron, to debut the brand's newest limited-time offering – Crown Royal Golden Apple Aged 23 Years.
Stoli has announced Miguel Cedeño-Cruz as its new master distiller for ultra-premium tequila, Cenote Tequila, where he will be responsible for overseeing the production processes, quality control and strategic development of the brand.
What parallels exist between music, food and beverage and how can they inform entrepreneurs about innovation strategies? The hosts look to legendary music producer Rick Rubin for answers. We also discuss trends from behind the bar with the 2023 USBG World Class bartender of the year Renato Tonelli and Julie Reiner, the owner of world renowned NYC cocktail restaurants The Clover Club and Leyenda.
In this week’s new products roundup, Heywell collaborates with convenience store chain Foxtrot to create a new Cherry Limeade flavor, GNC drops its first hydration and performance product and Swoon and Splenda get into the summer spirit with new iced tea launches.
After a $5.6 million investment on Wednesday, Reed’s leadership expressed optimism during its Q1 earnings call that it will achieve cash flow positive by the end of year reporting cost cutting measures have improved margins.
